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BD60 XRJ

2011 BMW 520

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

217,899 mi
Last recorded217,899 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2011 BMW 52098,041 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD60 XRJ
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2023 217,899 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jan 2023 217,899 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge little low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin replace asap (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 197,158 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

mounting bushes for rear diff. unit perished

Fail 18 Jan 2022 197,158 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

mounting bushes for rear diff. unit perished

Pass 12 Jan 2021 181,322 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake pad wear sensor disconnected

Pass 5 Jul 2019 163,028 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 156,752 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 148,455 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 134,324 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 102,982 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 75,668 miles

rear tyres wearing in middle

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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BD60 XRJ is a 2011 BMW 520 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2011 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 98,041 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD60 XRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD60 XRJ registered?

BD60 XRJ is a 2011 BMW 520, first registered on 28 January 2011.

Is BD60 XRJ safe to buy?

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